Category Manager
Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world’s most pressing issues – and we hope you’ll join us in solving the next century’s. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future. Hydro Building Systems
is a business unit in Norsk Hydro, which is a global integrated aluminium company and world leader in extruded aluminium solutions. The company specializes in the design and distribution of aluminium systems for the envelope of the buildings with our brands
Technal ,
Wicona ,
Domal , and
Sapa . We offer unique and aesthetic options for windows, doors, façades, and other systems to build the homes and buildings of today and tomorrow. We invite you to be a part of our innovative journey! About the job and your team
Reporting to our Group Procurement Manager, you will join a team of 5 Category Managers. Your role is to lead and manage supplier relations commercially and contractually, from finding suppliers to selecting them. You negotiate prices and set expected service levels. You propose medium-term purchasing strategies for non-substitutable products, in compliance with safety and environmental regulations and continuous improvement policies. To achieve this objective, your key activities will be: Define and coordinate supplier selection and evaluation processes, approve the choice of a supplier, administer contract management, and plan and control supplier monitoring and continuous improvement action plans as requested. Propose, submit, and evaluate calls to tender in collaboration with the Marketing, R&D, Supply, Logistics, and Sales departments, and design and support upstream product development (Design To Cost). Develop, evaluate, propose, and implement medium-term strategies by category based on supplier risk management, after approval by management. Optimize supplier performance: productivity, technologies, service levels, prices, etc. Coordinate R&D and central marketing enquiries with suppliers. The location for this position is flexible: Tewkesbury in the UK, Lisbon in Portugal, or Barcelona in Spain. Regular trips to the different sites will be required. Your qualifications and skills
With a master’s degree in supply chain, you have at least 7 years of proven experience in tactical and strategic procurement roles in an international environment with a multicultural team. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical capabilities and advanced negotiation and communication skills to build strong supplier relationships and secure optimal terms. The position requires strategic thinking and decision-making abilities to drive cost optimization and process improvements. Natural curiosity and eagerness to explore innovative procurement strategies and emerging market opportunities are essential. English fluency is a prerequisite. Proficiency in French and/or German would be advantageous for supplier communication in an international context. Proficiency in SAP and Excel is also required. Available for business trips around 25% of the time. What we offer you
Permanent role. Package will vary depending on the location and your experience. Spain and Lisbon:
between 45K€ to 50K€ gross salary. Multinational company allowing you to grow in different positions within the Norsk Hydro group. Our values: Care, Courage, Collaboration. Our aim is to build a working environment based on well-being and performance. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging policy: we encourage all qualified candidates to apply and consider applications without distinction. A job where you make a difference. A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion, and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology, you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage, and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Posted on: 10 Dec 2024 Location: Tewkesbury, GB, GL20 8SF; Prior Velho, PT, 2689-513; Barcelona, ES, 8195; Burgos, ES, 9200 Department: Procurement Business Area: Hydro Extrusions (EXSO) Legal Entity: Hydro Building Systems France Sarl
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Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world’s most pressing issues – and we hope you’ll join us in solving the next century’s. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future. Hydro Building Systems
is a business unit in Norsk Hydro, which is a global integrated aluminium company and world leader in extruded aluminium solutions. The company specializes in the design and distribution of aluminium systems for the envelope of the buildings with our brands
Technal ,
Wicona ,
Domal , and
Sapa . We offer unique and aesthetic options for windows, doors, façades, and other systems to build the homes and buildings of today and tomorrow. We invite you to be a part of our innovative journey! About the job and your team
Reporting to our Group Procurement Manager, you will join a team of 5 Category Managers. Your role is to lead and manage supplier relations commercially and contractually, from finding suppliers to selecting them. You negotiate prices and set expected service levels. You propose medium-term purchasing strategies for non-substitutable products, in compliance with safety and environmental regulations and continuous improvement policies. To achieve this objective, your key activities will be: Define and coordinate supplier selection and evaluation processes, approve the choice of a supplier, administer contract management, and plan and control supplier monitoring and continuous improvement action plans as requested. Propose, submit, and evaluate calls to tender in collaboration with the Marketing, R&D, Supply, Logistics, and Sales departments, and design and support upstream product development (Design To Cost). Develop, evaluate, propose, and implement medium-term strategies by category based on supplier risk management, after approval by management. Optimize supplier performance: productivity, technologies, service levels, prices, etc. Coordinate R&D and central marketing enquiries with suppliers. The location for this position is flexible: Tewkesbury in the UK, Lisbon in Portugal, or Barcelona in Spain. Regular trips to the different sites will be required. Your qualifications and skills
With a master’s degree in supply chain, you have at least 7 years of proven experience in tactical and strategic procurement roles in an international environment with a multicultural team. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical capabilities and advanced negotiation and communication skills to build strong supplier relationships and secure optimal terms. The position requires strategic thinking and decision-making abilities to drive cost optimization and process improvements. Natural curiosity and eagerness to explore innovative procurement strategies and emerging market opportunities are essential. English fluency is a prerequisite. Proficiency in French and/or German would be advantageous for supplier communication in an international context. Proficiency in SAP and Excel is also required. Available for business trips around 25% of the time. What we offer you
Permanent role. Package will vary depending on the location and your experience. Spain and Lisbon:
between 45K€ to 50K€ gross salary. Multinational company allowing you to grow in different positions within the Norsk Hydro group. Our values: Care, Courage, Collaboration. Our aim is to build a working environment based on well-being and performance. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging policy: we encourage all qualified candidates to apply and consider applications without distinction. A job where you make a difference. A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion, and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology, you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage, and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Posted on: 10 Dec 2024 Location: Tewkesbury, GB, GL20 8SF; Prior Velho, PT, 2689-513; Barcelona, ES, 8195; Burgos, ES, 9200 Department: Procurement Business Area: Hydro Extrusions (EXSO) Legal Entity: Hydro Building Systems France Sarl
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